The murder of Baba Ziauddin Siddique, a prominent politician, has sparked a political feud in Maharashtra following his shooting in a busy Mumbai area.
Outrage Over Politician's Murder in Mumbai
Outrage Over Politician's Murder in Mumbai
Baba Siddique, a former minister and influential leader, was shot down in a shocking public murder in Mumbai, inciting political tensions.
The assassination of Baba Ziauddin Siddique has left Mumbai and Maharashtra state embroiled in political turmoil. The influential politician, aged 66, was fatally shot outside his son’s office, a crime echoing Mumbai's turbulent past with political assassinations tied to criminal underworlds. Siddique’s career began with the Congress party in the 1980s, and just months before his murder, he switched allegiance to the Nationalist Congress Party, which co-governs Maharashtra with key alliances. Known for his star-studded iftar events, Siddique's life intertwined politics and entertainment, as seen when Bollywood icons Salman and Shahrukh Khan reconciled at one of his gatherings in 2013. His killing has led to three arrests linked to the notorious Bishnoi gang. Despite arrested suspects, the motive remains unclear, with a political blame-game unfolding amid upcoming state elections. Maharashtra’s government vows justice, emphasizing the need for unwavering security as investigations proceed. The murder reminds citizens of a past marred by underworld orchestrations, posing challenging questions on law enforcement's efficacy and political safety amid looming elections.
